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One in five children/teens in the United States shows signs or symptoms of a mental health disorder each year. In a typical classroom of 25 students, that means five may be struggling with real issues like depression, anxiety and substance abuse. But nearly 80% of kids who need mental health services don’t get them.
The reasons vary, but one barrier is accessibility. Busy schedules, lack of transportation or lack of local counselors can all interfere with kids receiving the mental health services they need.
Because online counseling is available anywhere a child has a computer, smartphone or tablet with video capability and an internet or data connection, they can participate in counseling sessions virtually anywhere.
How do I know I should schedule a online counseling appointment for my child?
Counseling can be beneficial to help your child work through a variety of challenges and events. Some warning signs to look for include, but are not limited to:
Is online counseling effective?
Yes. Extensive research has been conducted on online counseling. Results from these studies are overwhelmingly positive, with one study by the Health Industry Distributors Association showing 54% of people surveyed prefer the experience of telehealth over a traditional office visit.